Senior FX Risk Analyst

East West Bank; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East West Bank in California is seeking a Senior FX Risk Analyst to support daily risk management for FX operations. The role requires FX industry knowledge and the ability to work with risk controls and regulatory tasks.

Qualifications include a BA/BS in related field, FRM certification, experience in foreign exchange or banking, and strong Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and VBA skills. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in related field (Accounting, Banking & Finance or Computer Science).
• Previous experience in Foreign Exchange or Banking industry.
• Strong end user computing skills e.g. Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word and VBA programming.

Responsibilities

• To prepare daily FX Risk Control tasks and Reports and ensure that all current control processes are in adherence to the Bank's audit and operational risk management guidelines
• To assist and perform daily FX Risk Control functions with Supervisory guidance
• To ensure that FX Risk & Administration functions of FX Risk Management Department are effective and efficient so that each operational staff performs in terms with strategic and operational plan objectives i.e. customer first, accuracy, simplicity and ownership
• Understand the current Regulatory and collateral management task
• To communicate and work collaboratively with other key stakeholders internally and externally for daily operations
• Other Risk & Administration Project as assigned by management
• Perform other duties as assigned including ad-hoc request and Risk & Administration Project

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

VBA programming

Education

BA/BS degree in related field (Accounting, Banking & Finance or Computer Science)

FRM Certification

Job description

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

The primary role of Senior FX Risk Analyst is to support daily Risk management function of FX Business. This position will be required to have FX industry knowledge and will also be required to operationally understand Risk Management related to FX Business.

Job Duties:

• To prepare daily FX Risk Control tasks and Reports and ensure that all current control processes are in adherence to the Bank's audit and operational risk management guidelines
• To assist and perform daily FX Risk Control functions with Supervisory guidance
• To ensure that FX Risk & Administration functions of FX Risk Management Department are effective and efficient so that each operational staff performs in terms with strategic and operational plan objectives i.e. customer first, accuracy, simplicity and ownership
• Understand the current Regulatory and collateral management task
• To communicate and work collaboratively with other key stakeholders internally and externally for daily operations
• Other Risk & Administration Project as assigned by management
• Perform other duties as assigned including ad-hoc request and Risk & Administration Project

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in related field (Accounting, Banking & Finance or Computer Science)
• Previous experience in Foreign Exchange or Banking industry
• Strong end user computing skills e.g. Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, Word and VBA programming
• FRM Certification
• 3-5 years experience (Preferred: Interest Rate Derivative and Commodity Products knowledge)

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is USD $24.00/Hr. - USD $28.00/Hr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.